Even if you consistently brush your teeth every day, there’s still a chance you can get decay. Sometimes plaque can build in areas that are hard to reach without noticing until it’s too late. Therefore, it’s essential to turn to the experts at High Springs Dental for a professional teeth cleaning.
Dental hygienists are trained to clean teeth using special tools called scalers and high-powered electric toothbrushes. They will also use this time to check to see if there are any noticeable signs of decay that have yet to result in any discomfort.
The hygienist will use the scalers to remove stubborn plaque and tartar. The better you take care of your teeth, the faster this process will take. Once that’s finished, they will then thoroughly brush your teeth. In some cases, they’ll bring out the scaler one more time, but usually the cleaning process will simply be finished with flossing and fluoride.
You should come in for a teeth cleaning at least twice per year to properly maintain your oral health. This amount of time is usually not long enough for dental issues to become severe unless you aren’t keeping up with proper hygiene habits. If you do have cavities, we can usually treat them with fillings, rather than more complex procedures.
Keeping up with your personal oral hygiene is important, but so is visiting a dentist for a professional cleaning. Contact the team at High Springs Dental today to schedule an appointment.
